Series synopsis
The Palu Family: Under a Dark Spell, also known as Palu Ailesi: Karanlık Sarmal is a Turkish documentary television series that premiered on HBO Max on May 8, 2026. It ended on May 8, 2026. It was created by Denizhan Kaymak, Şükrü Oktay Kılıç. It stars Kürşat Demir, Merve Taşpınar, Dilan Polat Barutçuoğlu and Haluk Uzuner.
An investigation into one of Turkey's most shocking cases -- and how one man was able to enact total control over a tight-knit family.
Premise
An investigation into one of Turkey's most shocking cases -- and how one man was able to enact total control over a tight-knit family.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 3 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 3 | May 8, 2026 | May 8, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Curse of Palus After patriarch Harun is convicted of a violent crime, his son-in-law Tuncer creates a toxic environment for members of the Palu family. |
May 8, 2026 |
| 2 |
Manipulated to Death With Harun and Ahmet out of the picture, Tuncer takes advantage of the Palu's beliefs. Later, two members of the family go missing. |
May 8, 2026 |
| 3 |
Making of a Monster In search of justice, the Palu family brings their story to the media while continuing their search for Meryem. |
May 8, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | HBO Max |
|---|---|
| First aired | May 8, 2026 |
| Last aired | May 8, 2026 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | ended |